A coastal screened lanai at dusk beside a salt marsh, warm interior light glowing behind a dark motorized screen, with low mist over the water line beyond.

Still Getting Bitten? Why Your Screen Isn't Stopping No-See-Ums

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September 11, 2026
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Kip Hudakoz

Kip Hudakoz

Khudakoz is an industry contributor for One-Track Motorized Screens and Oculus Intel, with over two decades in the outdoor service industry. His work covers patio construction, outdoor living installation, and the design challenges homeowners face from one season to the next. He focuses on cutting through marketing claims to help consumers make informed decisions about complex outdoor investments. A Rollins College graduate and former United States Marine, Khudakoz currently co-hosts the Florida Home and Garden Radio show, where he answers listener questions about outdoor living, weather protection, and home improvement decisions. His perspective combines field-tested experience with an educator's instinct for translating technical complexity into language homeowners can act on.

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